3D

American  

[three-dee] / ˈθriˈdi /

Or 3-D

adjective

1. of, relating to, or representing something in three dimensions; three-dimensional.

   3D movies.

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noun

1. a three-dimensional form or appearance.

   My dreams are always in 3D.

Etymology

Origin of 3D

An Americanism dating back to 1950–55

Example Sentences

To investigate this idea, the researchers analyzed a large dataset of 3D X-ray scans from more than 500 ant species.

From Science Daily

He added: "Cameron has taken 3D cinema to another wild dimension with a gloriously intense experience that will, frankly, leave you deliriously exhausted."

From BBC

They built 3D digital models from those scans, then carefully aligned and reassembled the fragments on a computer.

From Science Daily

Students recreate artifacts using 3D printing, attempt traditional making techniques, and use a digital app she developed to virtually disassemble historical objects.

From Science Daily

The art department's renders were then given to prop master Brad Elliott, who built the instruments on a 3D printers, and the actors played them for real on set.

From BBC